Hi All,
I purchased my 1.4tdi nearly 5 years ago and have added 30k+ miles in that time. It is now approaching 160k miles and running better than ever. The car was intended as a workhorse to 'spare' my two Mercedes, an estate and classic SL. It has performed almost faultlessly and has become my preferred drive despite using it as a 'shed on wheels' almost literally. It carries a rotavator and lawn mower plus countless tools to and from my allotment! It isn't the prettiest aesthetically although it only has a minor parking ding in one door plus some road rash. Although all is well currently, I know that at some point I will have to find a replacement. I could presumably look out for another car from a trusted seller however I did wonder if anyone offers a restoration service for these car and if it would be financially viable?. I don't mean a magazine cover example but a comprehensive overhaul covering all the known areas and perhaps a machine polish? I'd be happy with used parts where possible. Is there such a service out there? Any ideas on cost? It has to be better than buying another tired example and starting again?
I purchased my 1.4tdi nearly 5 years ago and have added 30k+ miles in that time. It is now approaching 160k miles and running better than ever. The car was intended as a workhorse to 'spare' my two Mercedes, an estate and classic SL. It has performed almost faultlessly and has become my preferred drive despite using it as a 'shed on wheels' almost literally. It carries a rotavator and lawn mower plus countless tools to and from my allotment! It isn't the prettiest aesthetically although it only has a minor parking ding in one door plus some road rash. Although all is well currently, I know that at some point I will have to find a replacement. I could presumably look out for another car from a trusted seller however I did wonder if anyone offers a restoration service for these car and if it would be financially viable?. I don't mean a magazine cover example but a comprehensive overhaul covering all the known areas and perhaps a machine polish? I'd be happy with used parts where possible. Is there such a service out there? Any ideas on cost? It has to be better than buying another tired example and starting again?